AHPRA Nursing Registration Fees 2025-2026: Complete Cost Breakdown

Understanding the full cost of nursing registration in Australia is essential for planning your pathway. Here's the complete breakdown for 2025-2026.

Annual Registration Fee

From September 18, 2025: $193 AUD

This represents a 4.25% increase from the previous fee. This annual fee covers:

• Processing registration applications
• Developing professional standards
• Investigating practitioner concerns
• Accrediting educational programs

NSW Practitioners

If you're based in NSW, you may pay different fees due to the state's separate complaints management through the Health Care Complaints Commission.

Fee Relief Initiative

A 30% rebate on renewal fees is available for practitioners who:

• Recently took extended parental leave
• Had disability leave
• Took carer's leave

ANMAC Skills Assessment Fees

GradReady Skills Assessment

• Fee: $395 AUD
• Processing time: Up to 6 weeks
• For: Recent graduates from Australian nursing programs
• Available: November 3, 2025 – February 27, 2026
• Validity: 2 years

Full Skills Assessment

• Fee: $595 AUD
• Processing time: 4-6 weeks
• For: IQRNs from recognized countries (Canada, Hong Kong, Ireland, Singapore, Spain, UK, USA)

Examination Fees

NCLEX-RN

Component	Fee
Examination fee	$200 USD
International scheduling	$150 USD
Total	$350 USD (~$550 AUD)

OSCE (if required)

• Fee: $4,000 AUD per sitting
• Location: Adelaide or Melbourne only

Total Pathway Cost Estimate

Here's what to budget for the complete IQRN pathway:

Stage	Cost (AUD)
ANMAC Full Skills Assessment	$595
English Language Test (IELTS/OET)	$400-500
NCLEX-RN + Scheduling	~$550
OSCE (if required)	$4,000
AHPRA Registration Application	~$200
Annual Registration Fee	$193
Minimum Total (no OSCE)	~$1,938
With OSCE	~$5,938

Additional Potential Costs

Item	Estimated Cost
Document translation	$50-200
Document certification	$20-100
Travel for OSCE	$500-2,000
Preparation courses	$200-1,000
Repeat exam attempts	Varies

Payment Tips

1. Plan for All Fees Upfront

The pathway can take 6-18 months, so budget for the entire journey before starting.

2. Watch for Fee Changes

AHPRA typically announces fee changes in September each year, effective the following year.

3. Keep All Receipts

Many fees may be tax-deductible as professional development expenses.

4. Consider Timing

If you're close to the end of a registration period, factor in the annual renewal fee timing.

Fee Comparison: Different Pathways

Pathway	Approximate Total
IQRN Standard (with OSCE)	$5,000-6,500
IQRN Standard (without OSCE)	$1,500-2,500
GradReady (Australian graduates)	$800-1,200

Upcoming Changes

Further fee reforms expected by November 2025:

• Pro-rata fee structures (effective July 1, 2026)
• Potential changes to application fees

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Fees current as of December 2024. Always verify with AHPRA and ANMAC for the most up-to-date information.